#Self-ish: Sydney siege selfies spark social media backlash

A hostage situation in the heart of Sydney hasn’t stopped some passers-by making light of the whole affair, snapping selfies and even knocking back booze while dozens of lives remain at risk. The behavior has sparked fierce criticism on social media.

Twelve hours into the siege, up to 40 people are believed to
remain hostage at the Lindt Cafe in Martin Place, characterized
as the “civic heart” of Australia’s largest city.